Open Evening
September 2023 Intake
Dear Parents, Carers and prospective Students,
Thank you for considering Corby Business Academy as your choice of Sixth Form, we appreciate that this is an important decision and want to support you in these times.
As you will see, our Sixth Form provision provides a wealth of opportunities. We are proud of the high quality destinations that our students accomplish, and the extremely high percentage of students that achieve their first choice destination.
The Academy’s provision enables students to access high academic attainment, as well as establish holistic development for the next stage of their careers or education. Our community ethos and excellent staff-student relationships provides a wealth of opportunities for all students.
Our Sixth Form open evening will take place on the 17th November 2022 from 4.30-7.30p.m.
In order to book a place for the Sixth Form Open evening, please click here.
Application Form
To apply for a place at Corby Business Academy’s Sixth Form, please complete our online application form.
Please note that the deadline for applications is: TBC
Student Voice
View the profiles below to find out more about our students' experiences at the Academy.
| Sullivan Rymarz Head Boy - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level French A-Level History A-Level Music The Extended Project Qualification Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose Corby Business Academy Sixth Form due to its great track record and the opportunities available to us. They support work experience and career insight is provided by the Careers team and Sixth Form staff. “I am the Head Boy at the school, so my role is to represent every student alongside the other Senior Leaders. I want everybody in the Academy feel welcome and comfortable with where they are working.” |
| Tayla Kelly Head Girl - Year 13 |
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Studying:| Michal Wasilewski Deputy Head Boy - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Physicals The Extended Project Qualification Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to study Sixth Form at Corby Business Academy because of the rigorous and innovative standards of teaching and learning. I value the independent, high quality career education and above all I love the diverse range of extracurricular actives. ”I felt this was the right pathway for me because of my strong background in critical thinking and problem solving. As Deputy Head Boy I strive to resolve student concerns, driving necessary changes for the school culture.” |
| Josh Haigh Deputy Head Boy - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Biology A-Level Business A-Level Chemistry The Extended Project Qualification Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: The reason for choosing Corby Business Academy for A-Level is because I am comfortable with the environment, and all teachers are friendly and helpful. "Through my role as Deputy Head Boy, I hope to promote the wide range of activities available for you through your time at the Academy.” |
| Ronni Hnatejko Deputy Head Girl - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Further Maths A-Level Physicals Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to stay at Corby Business Academy for Sixth Form because it was a familiar atmosphere that I wanted to keep attending. The Maths department at Corby Business Academy is very strong, and one of the leading reasons why I chose to continue my education here. “As Deputy Head Girl, I want to promote student opinions and change.” |
| Bethany Hope Deputy Head Girl - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level English Language A-Level English Literature A-Level Geography A-Level Psychology Reason to study Corby Business Academy: I chose to stay at Corby Business Academy because I wanted to stay in the same environment where I knew all of the teachers and what the school stands for. “Through my role as Deputy Head Girl, I want to be someone who students can come and talk to.” |
| Camille Wooton Ambassador for Student Voice - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level English A-Level History BTEC Health and Social Care Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I initially wanted to go to college however, Sixth Form offered a wider range of study opportunities and will provide me with more jobs prospects and university offers in the future. “My role as an ambassador is to help around the Academy and to take in any advice from students. I will also listen to the students and help them with lessons or improving the school.” |
| Trinity Kingston Ambassador for Mental Health - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Biology A-Level English A-Level Maths A-Level Psychology Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to stay in Sixth Form at Corby Business Academy to continue my favourite subjects and to learn to become a more independent student. “As a mental health ambassador, I want to support and help with any student concerns.” |
| Nylissa Lay Ambassador for Mental Health - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Biology A-Level Geography A-Level Psychology Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to stay on for Sixth Form at Corby Business Academy because I have a good relationship with my subject teachers and wish to study my interests at a higher level. “My interests are making and playing music, spending time with friends and family.” |
| Erica Icke Ambassador for Sport - Year 13 |
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Studying: ALevel Geography ALevel Psychology BTEC Sport Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to stay in Sixth Form as I am familiar with the teachers and I can carry on the subjects I enjoy. It will also help take me to study in university. “I enjoy playing netball and socialising with friends.” |
Alumni
We are proud of our former students and the high quality destinations they accomplish, an extremely high percentage achieve their first choice destination. Click on the link below to read our Alumni profiles, including our latest Oxbridge student Chantal's:
Useful Contacts
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Ralph Franklin Matthew Smith Michaela Watts Sixth Form Enrichment Michaela.Watts@corbybusinessacademy.org |
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Subject Directors:
Nigel Jones
Director of Subject for Art and Photography
Nigel.Jones@corbybusinessacademy.org
Alex Allan
Quality Nominee for BTEC and Vocational Subjects,
Teacher of Business
Alex.Allan@corbybusinessacademy.org
Martin Corbishley
Director of Subject for Computer Science and ICT
Martin.Corbishley@corbybusinessacademy.org
Deirdre O'Brien
Head of Biology
Deirdre.OBrien@corbybusinessacademy.org
Francia Dickinson (Academy SENCo)
Lead Teacher of Dance
Francia.Dickinson@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laura Bond
Director of Subject for English
Laura.Bond@corbybusinessacademy.org
Megan Jones
Lead Teacher of Drama
Megan.Jones@corbybusinessacademy.org
Jordon Joseph
Head of Geography
Jordon.Joseph@corbybusinessacademy.org
Lucy Crane
Lead Teacher of Health and Social Care
Lucy.Crane@corbybusinessacademy.org
Fiona Rowe
Head of History
Fiona.Rowe@corbybusinessacademy.org
Urvish Patel
Director of Subject forMaths
Urvish.Patel@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laurence Woodcock
Assistant Principal responsible for Media
Laurence.Woodcock@corbybusinessacademy.org
Sophie Allert
Director of Subject for Modern Foreign Languages
Sophie.Allert@corbybusinessacademy.org
Clive Wears
Director of Subject for Music
Clive.Wears@corbybusinessacademy.org
Patrick Hallam
Director of Subject for Physical Education
Stuart.Wall@corbybusinessacademy.org
Frederick Hagan
Head of Physics
Frederick.Hagan@corbybusinessacademy.org
Marya Osman
Lead Teacher for Psychology Marya.Osman@corbybusinessacademy.org
Louise Davison
Director of Subject for Science
Louise.Davison@corbybusinessacademy.org
Senior Leadership Team:
Simon Underwood
Principal
Simon.Underwood@corbybusinessacademy.org
Kerry Prior
Vice Principal
Kerry.Prior@corbybusinessacademy.org
Lisa Hawkins
Vice Principal
Lisa.Hawkins@corbybusinessacademy.org
Amy Harris
Assistant Principal
Amy.Harris@corbybusinessacademy.org
Charlie Gavin
Assistant Principal
Charlie.Gavin@corbybusinessacademy.org
Heather Thompson
Assistant Principal
Heather.Thompson@corbybusinessacademy.org
Heidi Bird
Assistant Principal
Heidi.Bird@corbybusinessacademy.org
Laurence Woodcock
Assistant Principal
Laurence.Woodcock@corbybusinessacademy.org
Stuart Wall
Assistant Principal
Stuart.Wall@corbybusinessacademy.org